Valerie Jane Parker

Deacon comes to terms with his illness and Rayna prepares to return to the stage.

Rayna agrees to film a christmas special at home, but her magazine cover story puts a chill on relationships.

Rayna is floored by Edgehill’s plans to sign Maddie as a solo artist.

Jules visits Jim, who gives her a tour of New Orleans. They re-connect for an evening, but have trouble figuring out the new terms of their relationship.

When it's discovered that Matthew's "accidental" death may have involved foul play, the spotlight falls on the Carringtons themselves. The family must swallow their own suspicions of each other and close rank to defend the clan. Cristal (Nathalie Kelley) struggles with what it means to be a Carrington, while Fallon (Elizabeth Gilles) begrudgingly helps cover up Cristal's affair to protect the family name. Despite their efforts, everything comes to an emotional head at Matthew's funeral.